Finance Specialist II- Cornell Duffield Engineering Finance & Budget (Hybrid)

Cornell University•Ithaca, MI

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Finance Specialist II provides comprehensive financial management and analytical support to the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering, working closely with Department Business Administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure effective financial operations and compliance with University policies. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field and 2 to 4 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of progressive financial management experience
Proficiency in financial management software and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong collaborative and team-working abilities
Effective written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in related field
Experience in higher education financial management
Knowledge of federal grant management
Advanced Excel and database management skills

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive financial management and analytical support to the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering.
Works closely with Department Business Administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure effective financial operations and compliance with University policies.
Fosters a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences, being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming.
Shows respect, compassion, and empathy.
Engages and supports others regardless of background or perspective.
Speaks up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately.
Supports work/life integration of oneself and others.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program